Are you planning to start a hydroponic greenhouse on your farm or as part of an urban revitalization project? If so, this workshop will help you gather the core information needed to make an informed decision on whether hydroponics will work for you, your location, and your operation.

Subjects to be covered will include:

Advantages and disadvantages of different hydroponic systems

Greenhouse environment

Lighting requirements

Production inputs and yields

Marketing, economics, and sustainability

Tour of a state-of-the-art hydroponic greenhouse with different types of hydroponic systems and a vendor display area where you can efficiently gather information from hydroponic system suppliers

Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided to you at no additional cost.

NOTE: If you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, please alert us at least one (1) week in advance of the course start date so that we can make reasonable accommodations. We cannot guarantee accommodations for special requests made after that time.

Note: Pre-registration is required. We're sorry, but we cannot guarantee a seat, materials or meals for walk-in registrants. Location is subject to change; registrants will be notified in the event of a change.

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